Frank,
Bob O, is probably headed in the right direction.
Specifically what alternator does he have on that generator? Most of the old style alternators can be bridged to give 10 kW @ 120 volt. If it is not that might help, also check the rpm and make sure it is running at least at 1850 with no load (I run mine a little higher than that)  it helps get better charger performance)
I am willing to bet that the voltage is low and it needs to have it's rpm increased.
 
If you want to contact me directly I might be able to help more.
 
Have a good Holiday,
Bob Ellison
-----Original Message-----
From: Frank Fowler, Crystal Pines Alt. Energy [mailto:cpae1@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, December 22, 2000 12:07 AM
To: RE-wrenches@topica.com
Subject: Inverter/genset problem [RE-wrenches]

Hello fellow wrenches,
Got a problem that I hope I can get some feedback on. I have a customer that
uses a DR-3624 off of 12 L-16HC batteries. He supplies power to his shop that
includes lathe, drill press, table saw, etc. While running directly from
inverter power everything runs just fine. While charging battery bank his
microwave in the house and 40 watt fluorescent light in power shed will not
operate. Everything else runs just fine including power tools. His genset is
a 10,000 watt China Diesel that is almost brand new. I'm at a loss. Anyone
want to tackle this one?  

SUNcerely,
Frank Fowler
Crystal Pines Alternative Energy
4408 Pine Cluster Ln.
Yankee Hill, CA. 95965-9754
Tel. 530-532-1972
Fax. 530-532-1359
We are located in the Sierra foothills
just 30 miles southeast of Chico, CA.
"Living off the grid with the products we market, install and service"
www.solarenergy-alt.com
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